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Rare earths diversification away from China possible in three to five years

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France's envoy for strategic metals said Western countries could reach an acceptable level of diversification in rare earth supplies away from China within three to five years. The comments point to efforts by the G7 and its partners to reduce reliance on any single supplier for critical minerals used in technology and defence.

Why now: Supply chain dependence on China for rare earths remains a pressing strategic and economic concern for Western governments.

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• """ Western countries could achieve an acceptable level of rare earths diversification away from China within three to five years, France's top envoy ​for strategic metals said on Wednesday. They aim to reduce dependence on any one ⁠supplier outside ​the G7 and its partner… · jackofalltrades@mas.to · 5

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